A Kid-Friendly Guide to Chasing the Northern Lights in Norway
Briefly

The article recounts a family's adventurous trip that faced several unexpected challenges, including their daughter's unpreparedness for snow and even a lightning strike during a flight. Adaptability became crucial, as they rented waterproof boots and altered plans when an avalanche altered their itinerary. Nonetheless, the trip also yielded surprises, such as a memorable hot tub experience during a Northern Lights cruise. The family's shared motto of 'three layers at all times' epitomized their journey, highlighting both their resilience and the joy found in spontaneous moments.
During a flight connection in Bergen, the plane was struck by lightning: 'There was this loud flash and bang, and my daughter yelled, 'I saw fireworks on the plane!' Claire recalls. The cabin went silent.'
The unexpected highlight was the family's Northern Lights fjord cruise, where they floated in a hot tub on deck under the Arctic night: 'It felt like this surreal, cinematic moment that the kids will remember forever.'
Read at Conde Nast Traveler
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